8 best Shenzhen hotels for a weekend staycation: urban gems St. Regis and Muji Hotel, and beach retreats InterContinental Dameisha and Marriott Golden Bay are just a quick jaunt away from Hong Kong

Sep 25 , 2023

Shenzhen has an array of luxurious hotels and resorts. Photo: Xiaohongshu

While you might not associate Shenzhen with tranquillity, it boasts seaside resorts with luxurious amenities on par with top retreats in Thailand and Bali, like InterContinental Dameisha

Shenzhen Blue and White Shengdao Cliff Pool Beauty Hotel will transport you to Santorini, Greece with its design, while Andaz Shenzhen Bay and Raffles Shenzhen Residences feature great restaurants

Ever since the border between Hong Kong and mainland China reopened and quarantine-free travel resumed, the city’s residents have been flocking to nearby Shenzhen for shopping.

Hongkongers have made over 22.4 million visits, or about 900,000 every week, to Shenzhen between February and late July, to be precise, according to Immigration Department statistics.

The city skyline of Shenzhen, China, at night. Photo: AFP

Besides cheaper costs just across the Shenzhen River, the city’s rapid urbanisation saw plenty of new buildings sprout up over the past 30 years, including many hotels and resorts. Shenzhen also comes alive every night with a bustling and vibrant atmosphere, and offers easy access from any location in Hong Kong through its six ports of entry. Fun fact: it’s stacked up more billionaires than any US city.

Dior’s autumn/winter 2023 ready-to-wear show was showcased in Shenzhen, China, in July 2022. Photo: Reuters

The fashion world has taken note, too. Renowned international luxury brands such as Dior and Chanel have acknowledged the vibrant energy and potential of Shenzhen, selecting the city as the stage for their fashion events. On July 12, Dior showcased its autumn/winter 2023 ready-to-wear show at the Sea World Culture and Arts Centre, while Chanel’s upcoming cruise 2024 fashion show is scheduled to take place there this November.

Whether you’re on a business trip looking for a brief moment of “bleisure” or planning a weekend getaway, Shenzhen provides a convenient and diverse range of destinations to explore.

Let’s take a look at eight of our favourite hotels and resorts across the city, which is only a short train ride away from Hong Kong.

8 best Shenzhen hotels for a weekend staycation: urban gems St. Regis and Muji Hotel, and beach retreats InterContinental Dameisha and Marriott Golden Bay are just a quick jaunt away from Hong Kong

1. St. Regis Shenzhen